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SOUNDNESS FOR A LIFETIME

This month we’re spotlighting fitness—for both rider and

EDITOR’S PICK

LIFE SIGNS LifeSigns are beautiful, handcrafted pieces of

BEAT INFLATION AT HORSE SHOWS

MUST-READS @ HORSEILLUSTRATED.COM THIS MONTH

BECOMING A SPONSORED RIDER

If you grew up in the sports world,

A LIFE-CHANGING MUSTANG MAKEOVER

COURTESY VIRGINIA KRAVIK In 2019, Courtney Jo Wexler,

April AETA & WESA TRADE SHOWS

The opening night fashion show created an electric

The LUSITANO

Hailing from Portugal, the Lusitano is a brave and willing partner best known for its history in bullfighting and skills in the dressage ring.

EQUESTRIAN tailgaters

The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event holds an annual theme competition and plenty of fun for all.

Lovely LEG GEAR

Protect your horse’s precious legs during exercise with practical and aesthetically pleasing boots designed for a variety of disciplines.

PART 1 HIGH-ALTITUDE RESCUE

Another law enforcement intake requires getting 30 horses in poor condition off a mountain-top ranch.

WEIGHT LOSS journey

A high-risk pregnancy became a health wake-up call that touched every area of Kylie’s life, including her riding.

pudgy PONIES

Are judges pinning overweight horses and ponies higher than sleek, fit-looking ones?

IRISH NATIONAL STUD AND GARDENS

No visit to the Emerald Isle would be complete without a trip to this horse lovers’ paradise and Irish Racehorse Experience.

Cattle moves

Learn where to position your horse to influence a cow’s movements, plus how to practice when you don’t have access to cattle.

FIT UP for Spring

The end of cold weather and time off mean you’ll need to slowly build fitness for both you and your horse to get ready for summer riding.

A Leg Up

Properly caring for your horse’s legs after an athletic effort can help prolong soundness.

Founder Recovery

Many factors contribute to whether a horse can recover from a bout of laminitis. Find out ways to prevent and treat this devastating ailment.

The Brave Ones

The inaugural Special Olympics New York summer horse show series was a big hit, with more to come in the future.

Dude Ranch Stars

Horses in the guest ranch industry come from varied breeds and backgrounds.

MAKING A Difference

If you have experienced the physical and mental benefits that horses can provide and like helping people, you may enjoy working or volunteering in equine assisted services.